31-9099.02 · Task explorer
Endoscopy Technicians: reported tasks and exploration worksheet
Maintain a sterile field to provide support for physicians and nurses during endoscopy procedures. Prepare and maintain instruments and equipment. May obtain specimens.
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This source lists 12 tasks, including 12 marked Core and 0 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.
Task source dates: 08/2023.
12 tasks shown
Core · Task 17519 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Clean, disinfect, or calibrate scopes or other endoscopic instruments according to manufacturer recommendations and facility standards.
Core · Task 17527 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Collect specimens from patients, using standard medical procedures.
Core · Task 17521 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Perform safety checks to verify proper equipment functioning.
Core · Task 17523 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Maintain or repair endoscopic equipment.
Core · Task 17525 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Assist physicians or registered nurses in the conduct of endoscopic procedures.
Core · Task 17530 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Place devices, such as blood pressure cuffs, pulse oximeter sensors, nasal cannulas, surgical cautery pads, and cardiac monitoring electrodes, on patients to monitor vital signs.
Core · Task 17522 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Prepare suites or rooms according to endoscopic procedure requirements.
Core · Task 17520 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Maintain inventories of endoscopic equipment and supplies.
Core · Task 17526 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Attend in-service training to validate or refresh basic professional skills.
Core · Task 17528 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Conduct in-service training sessions to disseminate information regarding equipment or instruments.
Core · Task 17524 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Position or transport patients in accordance with instructions from medical personnel.
Core · Task 17529 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Read current literature, talk with colleagues, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in endoscopy.
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